North Dakota EMS Foundation Inc.

Overview

The North Dakota EMS Foundation Inc., registered under EIN 861110467, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting prehospital emergency medical services (EMS) across North Dakota. The foundation was established following a bequest from Dale Severson, an EMS leader in the state, and officially began operations in 2004[1].

Mission

The organization's mission is to promote and support rural EMS providers, ambulance services, and quick response units. It emphasizes the continued viability of rural EMS providers and response groups, focusing on leadership and learning opportunities[1].

Goals

The foundation aims to:

• Promote EMS in rural North Dakota by offering scholarships, grants, and other initiatives to attract, sustain, and retain EMS providers.
• Advocate for Volunteerism in frontier communities by increasing public awareness and promoting the value of volunteer service.
• Strengthen Financing by engaging with individuals, corporations, and government entities to enhance the foundation's financial capabilities[1].

Activities

The North Dakota EMS Foundation engages in various activities to support EMS services, including:

• Education and Leadership Programs: The foundation supports initiatives like the EMS Leadership Academy, designed to develop leadership within the EMS community.
• Fundraising and Donations: It encourages tax-deductible contributions to support its operations and programs[1].

Sustainability and Planned Giving

To ensure long-term sustainability, the foundation promotes planned giving, which allows donors to make significant impacts while benefiting from potential tax benefits and lifelong income. Forms of planned giving include bequests, charitable gift annuities, and trusts[1].

Relationship with Other EMS Organizations

While the North Dakota EMS Foundation operates independently, its goals align with broader efforts to strengthen EMS providers throughout the state, which are also supported by other organizations like the North Dakota Emergency Medical Services Association[4].